D C29505 Topical Corticosteroid Topical Corticosteroid Any synthetic steroid derivative exhibiting the same function as the naturally occurring corticosteroid hormone, formulated for topical application. Topical corticosteroids are applied to the skin where it exerts its effect, however, corticosteroids can be absorbed systemically after being applied locally. Topical corticosteroids are mainly used for the localized treatment of inflammation of the skin and help relieve symptoms such as itching, swelling and redness. A corticosteroid formulation designed for and administered onto a dermal, ocular or mucosal surface. C2322 Corticosteroid C118468 Pediatric Rheumatology Terminology D C805 Rheumatoid Factor Rheumatoid Factor RA Factor|RF Antibodies in the serum of individuals with rheumatoid arthritis that react with antigenic determinants or immunoglobulins that enhance agglutination of suspended particles coated with pooled human gamma-globulin. Rheumatoid factors also occur in other autoimmune and certain infectious diseases. Antibodies that bind other immunoglobulins frequently seen in rheumatoid arthritis but can be found in other autoimmune diseases. C16295 Antibody C118468 Pediatric Rheumatology Terminology